Technical College of the Lowcountry

PTA Program Data

Below is complete information including curriculum, learning format, tuition and fees, student outcomes, accreditation, student reviews, and application deadlines for the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Technical College of the Lowcountry. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Technical College of the Lowcountry PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at Technical College of the Lowcountry (TCL), located in scenic Beaufort, South Carolina, offers a comprehensive pathway to a rewarding healthcare career. This full-time Associate in Applied Science degree spans five consecutive semesters and totals 69 credit hours. The curriculum blends general education, science courses, hands-on labs, and three clinical placements across local health facilities—giving students real-world experience serving the Lowcountry community.
TCL’s PTA program is fully accredited by CAPTE and boasts impressive outcomes: recent graduation rates average over 95%, with consistent 100% employment rates for graduates within six months. TCL students also routinely exceed national averages on the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE), which is required for licensure in South Carolina and most other states.

Tuition is competitively priced at $214 per credit hour ($14,766 total before financial aid). Many students qualify for S.C. Lottery Tuition Assistance or scholarships that can significantly reduce costs—even making attendance free for some.

Unique to TCL’s program is access to state-of-the-art technology like the Anatomage Table—a virtual dissection tool enhancing anatomy instruction—and small class sizes that foster close faculty support. With median salaries around $63,000 locally and strong job growth projected statewide, this program prepares graduates not only with technical skills but also with deep ties to coastal South Carolina’s vibrant healthcare network.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

Below is complete contact information for the PTA program director at Technical College of the Lowcountry as well as links to complete data on student outcomes and more information on the Physical Therapist Assistant program.

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